Hole in the Wall in Colchester is a vibrant hub for emerging talent, offering a welcoming space for local musicians to showcase original compositions and cover songs. With a solid PA system in place, this grassroots venue embraces a mixed genre policy, fostering a diverse musical atmosphere. Regular open mic nights attract a varied audience, making it a key part of the Colchester music scene.
Colchester · Every Thursday · No fee listed
Hole in the Wall Open Mic
Colchester open mic at Hole in the Wall — listed on Google Places. Schedule details below are pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
Next night: Thu 19 Nov. Kick-off 20:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 11 Nov 202620:00
Kick-off
Thursdays
sign-up on the nightThursdays
| Night | Every Thursday |
| Sign-up | Ask the host |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · 18+ |
| Backline | PA provided |
01 — Inside the room
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03 — The night
Every ThursdayHow the night runs
20:00
Kick-off
ThursdaysRunning order
20:00 Kick-off
00:00 Venue closes
04 — Find Hole in the Wall
ColchesterGetting there
Balkerne Hill,
Colchester CO3 3AA
Colchester CO3 3AA
The nearest station is Colchester Town (rail station), about 15 minutes' walk away.
05 — What's on stage
1 provided · 6 TBC| PA system | Provided |
| Drum kit | TBC |
| Guitar amp | TBC |
| Bass amp | TBC |
| Keys / keyboard | TBC |
| Vocal mics | TBC |
| In-house engineer | TBC |
06 — About
ColchesterAbout the night
Hole in the Wall is listed on Google Places as hosting open mic nights in Colchester. We've verified the venue exists at the address below; the day, start time and slot length still need direct confirmation from the venue.
Getting there
Balkerne Hill, Colchester CO3 3AA.
Photos
Four photos sourced from Google Places contributors are shown above the map.
Hole in the Wall in Colchester is a vibrant hub for emerging talent, offering a welcoming space for local musicians to showcase original compositions and cover songs. With a solid PA system in place, this grassroots venue embraces a mixed genre policy, fostering a diverse musical atmosphere. Regular open mic nights attract a varied audience, making it a key part of the Colchester music scene.
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Colchester · Every Thursday
Hole in the Wall Open Mic
Colchester open mic at Hole in the Wall — listed on Google Places. Schedule details below are pending venue confirmation; check the venue's own listings before turning up.
- Thursday
- Open mic night
- Apr 2026
- Listed since
- 11 Nov
- Last checked
- No fee
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
Hole in the Wall Open Mic — Quick Facts
Hole in the Wall Open Mic runs on Thursdays at Hole in the Wall in Colchester, starting at 20:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last checked 11 Nov 2026
How sure we are
Partly verified
The night starts at 20:00. A PA is listed; check what else is on stage before you bring a band.
Next nightThu 19 Nov · 20:00Starts in 6d 12h 05m
Age18+
BacklinePA provided
Sound engineerAsk the venue
Directory statusBeing verified
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NightThursdayEvery ThursdayNext: Thu 19 Nov
Starts20:00start time
Sign-upTBCsign-upNot confirmed yet
SlotsTBCslot lengthNot confirmed yet
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About This Open Mic
Hole in the Wall is listed on Google Places as hosting open mic nights in Colchester. We've verified the venue exists at the address below; the day, start time and slot length still need direct confirmation from the venue.
Getting there
Balkerne Hill, Colchester CO3 3AA.
Photos
Four photos sourced from Google Places contributors are shown above the map.
The kit on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA systemProvided
Drum kitTBC
Guitar ampTBC
Bass ampTBC
Keys / keyboardTBC
Vocal micsTBC
In-house engineerTBC
The Night at a Glance
How Hole in the Wall’s Thursday night runs.
Next nightThu 19 Nov · 20:00Starts in 6d 12h 05m
Kick-off20:00Every Thursday
Venue closes00:00The listed closing time
How often
Every Thursday
Coming up
Thu 19 Nov · Thu 26 Nov · Thu 3 Dec
Kit
Hole in the Wall provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
First time here?
Get there early for a slot, have your instrument tuned before your turn.
Find Hole in the Wall
Balkerne Hill, Colchester CO3 3AA
AddressBalkerne Hill
AreaColchester
PostcodeCO3 3AA
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The nearest station is Colchester Town (rail station), about 15 minutes' walk away. You'll find Hole in the Wall in Colchester; CO3 3AA is the postcode for sat-nav and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
Open mics nearby
Coda Colchester, Three Wise Monkeys Ipswich, Steamboat Tavern and BAR 82 The Espresso Lounge
Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport (Open Government Licence).
Planning Your Thursday Night
Get there early to sign up for a slot. Hole in the Wall provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
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Common Questions
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Hole in the Wall provides a PA system — check the rest with the venue.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
No entry fee is listed for Hole in the Wall's open mic - most open mics are free to play and to watch, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Colchester open mics.
Ask the host before bringing a full band — solo and duo acts are the usual open-mic format.
Balkerne Hill, Colchester CO3 3AA.
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The nearest station is Colchester Town (rail station), about 15 minutes' walk away. For sat-nav and taxis, the postcode is CO3 3AA. (Station data: NaPTAN, Department for Transport, Open Government Licence.)
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10 — Venues near Hole in the Wall
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